Cacti are succulents that grow in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors throughout the year. They have been around for thousands of years and originate from Central America. The Christmas cactus is a popular plant so much so it has its own nickname – the “Christmas tree”. It’s also becoming more common to see … Read more
When do you harvest spinach now that you have tended to your plants and allowed them to grow into healthy leaves? Spinach is a cool weather plant that is related to swiss chard. It is best grown during the cool season. It is rare to find it growing during the heat of the summer. Spinach … Read more
In this article, we will look at growing broccolini from seed and how to care for this plant so that it gives you a decent harvest. Broccolini is an excellent vegetable that grows easily in gardens across the United States. It is a trademarked hybrid between the standard American broccoli and Chinese broccoli called gailan. … Read more
How does the early girl tomato taste? Have you grown this variety of tomatoes before? Do you know what type it is and where it does well? The early girl tomato is a medium-sized standard globe-type tomato popular for its short time to grow. It is a cold-tolerant short-season red hybrid tomato that is the … Read more
What is the botanical name of carrot, and what class of vegetable, scientific family, or category does it fall under? Carrots are herbaceous root vegetables belonging to the parsley family, including the parsnip. The cultivated carrot is a cultivar of the wild carrot, also known as Queen Anne’s lace. The wild carrot is native to … Read more
Are you worried about your tomato seedlings falling over or bending, a condition common to both young and older tomato plants? If yes, you are not alone. This is a common problem that most gardeners experience when growing tomatoes seedlings. It would be nice to know why your tomato plant seedlings are falling over so … Read more
If you would like to grow a pagoda plant, there are a few paths for growing them. One route is to transplant the tree into soil and wait until it can be planted. The other option is to start seeds in water and then transfer them outside once they have sprouted roots. These two methods … Read more